Proton Therapy's Long-Term effects on Kids' brains under the microscope

This study followed 155 children with brain or central nervous system tumors who received proton radiation therapy at Massachusetts General Hospital. Researchers measured changes in thinking skills, behavior, and use of special education services one year or more after treatment. Parents and children filled out questionnaires to track these outcomes. The goal was to understand how proton radiation impacts daily life and learning over time.